For households nationwide, regulating temperature in extreme heat or cold is as much about health and safety as it is comfort and convenience. Rising utility costs coupled with aging appliances make this especially difficult for families living on tight budgets. For decades, two federal programs have been the main sources of help: the Low-Income Home…
Many drain clogs are caused by simple things. Too much hair getting tangled in the pipes or a piece of plastic that slipped down the drain when it shouldn’t have – small obstructions that cause big problems but are themselves a straightforward fix. Often, once the object is removed, things flow again with ease and…
Today, we’re going over one of the most used and important fixtures in your home—your toilet. It can also be one of the easier things to fix in terms of plumbing repairs, as long as you know what you’re doing. So, let’s get to know your toilet. How a Toilet Works Understanding how your toilet…
Nobody likes a yard torn apart for sewer repair. The noise, the mess, and the inconvenience can make it feel like a nightmare. But guess what? There’s a modern solution that eliminates the need for extensive digging. It’s called trenchless sewer repair, and it’s a game-changer for homeowners. Keep reading to learn what trenchless sewer…
As we enter the holiday season, many of us are planning to host gatherings with family and friends. You work hard to set the menu and get the house looking just right to keep everyone in a festive mood. But with so many people in your home using faucets, flushing toilets, and keeping the kitchen…
Ah, the joys of hot water! We often take it for granted until our water heater throws in the towel. When it’s time to replace that old, inefficient water heater, you’re faced with a big decision: tank or tankless? Read on as we break down the pros and cons of both options, helping you make…
Let’s talk about something vital to keeping your home running properly—drainage! Making sure your plumbing works smoothly is important for every homeowner. Drains play a big role in your house by taking away wastewater to the sewer system. But, if they become clogged, they can cause bad smells, gross water backup, and even severe damage…
You are never going to avoid each and every plumbing problem that could possibly develop with your system. It’s just not possible. That doesn’t mean that you should just throw your hands up and accept the fact that there is a plumbing emergency always looming off in the distance, though. You can still help to…
When a homeowner has a toilet that is backing up all over the bathroom floor, or a ruptured water line turning their front lawn into a swamp, he or she is going to jump into action swiftly. Not all plumbing problems will elicit the same type of response, however, even if the problem is actually…
Generally speaking, most homes have the highest concentration of plumbing fixtures in two areas. These are the kitchen, and the bathroom. We’re not trying to say that one is more important than the other, but we would go so far as to say that the inconvenience of not having a working toilet in the house may…
It is probably not too surprising to hear that plumbing leaks are the most common problems that homeowners encounter with their plumbing systems—and everywhere else, really. With all of the plumbing pipes, fixtures, appliances, and connections that we have in our modern homes and on our property, it’s really only a matter of time before…
When you interact with anything as much as you do your plumbing system, it is easy to start taking the subject at hand for granted. As anyone that has dealt with plumbing problems knows, however, it becomes very clear very quickly that these systems should not be taken for granted. Ever. Why? Because any disruption to…